Cooley Scores Hat Trick in First-Period Surge for Utah

Logan Cooley delivered an explosive performance for the Utah Mammoth, scoring a natural hat trick within just 4:48 of the first period. This remarkable achievement helped the Mammoth secure a 7-4 victory over the St. Louis Blues on October 23, 2025.

Dominant First Period Performance

Cooley kicked off the scoring by assisting Ian Cole’s opening goal before unleashing a series of impressive strikes. He netted three consecutive goals, with each set up by teammate Dylan Guenther. This outing saw Cooley match his career high by accumulating four points in a single game.

Timeline of Goals

• 6:07 – Cooley scores with a powerful one-timer from the slot.
• 7:57 – He follows up with a slick backhander that slips past goalie Joel Hofer.
• 9:05 – Cooley completes his hat trick with a goal on the power play.

Cooley’s second NHL hat trick marked a significant milestone in his career, following his first against the Nashville Predators while playing for Arizona in March 2024. “It’s obviously awesome to score in this league, and it was a great game,” he reflected.

Cooley’s Impact and Team Dynamics

Utah’s head coach, Andre Tourigny, praised Cooley’s physical strength and competitiveness, noting these traits have greatly contributed to his on-ice success. Teammate Clayton Keller also expressed his admiration, acknowledging Cooley’s speed and skill. “That’s a heck of a period – three and one… that’s tough to beat,” Keller remarked.

Continued Success for the Mammoth

With this victory, Utah has now won five consecutive games. Cooley emphasized the importance of starting strong and highlighted their positive finish in the game. “It was a great first period, and there are a lot of key takeaways moving forward,” he stated.

This thrilling conclusion to the match not only showcased Cooley’s talent but also highlighted the Mammoth’s teamwork and momentum as they progress through the season.